Texas political leaders are indifferent, if not hostile, to climate change mitigation
AUSTIN — Each year, Texas residents, industries and transportation emit more than 800 million tons of greenhouse gases with an impact on climate change that is comparable to Germany, which has a population 2.5 times larger. The post Texas...
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Donna ISD employee resigns after improper relationship with student arrest
Donna school district police arrested a Pharr man last Thursday on a charge of improper relationship between an educator and student. The post Donna ISD employee resigns after improper relationship with student arrest appeared first on MyRGV.com.
https://rgv.news/donna-isd-employee-resigns-after-improper-relationship-with-student-arrest-17192.html
Find happy memories at Tienda La Mexicanita in Weslaco
WESLACO — I woke up Monday morning not feeling great. I needed a hearty breakfast to get me through the fog of the work week. Also, I was forced to do a food review, and I elected to wait...
https://rgv.news/find-happy-memories-at-tienda-la-mexicanita-in-weslaco-17190.html
Pope Francis remembered for selflessness and humility by Valley Catholics
SAN JUAN — A festive display of yellow, red, pink and purple flowers hung above the entrance to the Basilica Of Our Lady of San Juan del Valle National Shrine on Easter Monday. The post Pope Francis remembered for...
https://rgv.news/pope-francis-remembered-for-selflessness-and-humility-by-valley-catholics-17187.html
UTRGV throws support behind proposed Cameron County arena
With early voting underway as of Tuesday, a ballot proposition that would allow the use of hotel occupancy tax revenues to help build a 10,000-seat, mixed-use arena in Cameron County has officials cheerleading for Proposition A. The post UTRGV...
https://rgv.news/utrgv-throws-support-behind-proposed-cameron-county-arena-17182.html
Track the spread of measles in Texas
Texas is experiencing its largest measles outbreak in 30 years. The virus has infected more than 600 people and killed two school-aged children.
https://rgv.news/track-the-spread-of-measles-in-texas-17170.html
STHS looks to educate the community about Parkinson’s disease
STHS will raise awareness about Parkinson's disease on it's KVEO-TV NBC 23 program. The post STHS looks to educate the community about Parkinson’s disease appeared first on Rio Grande Guardian.
https://rgv.news/sths-looks-to-educate-the-community-about-parkinson-s-disease-17169.html
Cowen: There has never been a better time to be mayor of Brownsville
At Rally in the Valley, Ron Whitlock Reports interviews Brownsville Mayor John Cowen, Texas Workforce Commissioner Joe Esparza, and Workforce Solutions Cameron Executive Director Rafael Vela. The post Cowen: There has never been a better time to be mayor...
https://rgv.news/cowen-there-has-never-been-a-better-time-to-be-mayor-of-brownsville-17163.html
DHR: A Young Survivor’s Journey with Colorectal Cancer
Crystal D. Salazar overcomes colorectal cancer. The post DHR: A Young Survivor’s Journey with Colorectal Cancer appeared first on Rio Grande Guardian.
https://rgv.news/dhr-a-young-survivor-s-journey-with-colorectal-cancer-17162.html
Cardinals set Pope Francis' funeral for Saturday morning, public viewing starts Wednesday
Cardinals have taken their first decisions following the death of Pope Francis, setting Saturday as the date for his funeral and allowing ordinary faithful to begin paying their final respects starting Wednesday, when his casket is brought into St....
https://rgv.news/cardinals-set-pope-francis-funeral-for-saturday-morning-public-viewing-starts-wednesday-17157.html
Smith: Hot Dog Day at Punto Zero
Punto Zero is a mental health facility on the west edge of Juárez, Mexico. Writer Morgan Smith assists with the center's programs. The post Smith: Hot Dog Day at Punto Zero appeared first on Rio Grande Guardian.
https://rgv.news/smith-hot-dog-day-at-punto-zero-17151.html
McAllen man gets 35 years for hitting, killing Cameron County deputy constable
A jury on Monday sentenced a 47-year-old McAllen man to 35 years in prison for hitting and killing a Cameron County Precinct 1 deputy constable who was working a crash last September. The post McAllen man gets 35 years...
https://rgv.news/mcallen-man-gets-35-years-for-hitting-killing-cameron-county-deputy-constable-17149.html
Commentary: A SLAPP in the face
Fourteen years ago, the Texas Legislature passed vital protections for freedom of speech in the Texas Citizens Participation Act. This week, they’re looking to gut it. The post Commentary: A SLAPP in the face appeared first on MyRGV.com.
https://rgv.news/commentary-a-slapp-in-the-face-17148.html
Early voting kicks off Tuesday across Valley for May 3 election
Early voting for the May 3 election will begin Tuesday. The post Early voting kicks off Tuesday across Valley for May 3 election appeared first on MyRGV.com.
https://rgv.news/early-voting-kicks-off-tuesday-across-valley-for-may-3-election-17142.html
Events across Valley announced for RGV Startup Week 2025
The eight-day, free and open to the public RGV Startup Week 2025 kicks off April 25-27 in Harlingen with a three-day Startup Boot Camp at the Texas State Technical College Welcome Center. The post Events across Valley announced for...
https://rgv.news/events-across-valley-announced-for-rgv-startup-week-2025-17141.html
Vatican releases cause of death for Pope Francis
Pope Francis died Monday. He was 88.
https://rgv.news/vatican-releases-cause-of-death-for-pope-francis-17136.html
Ask the Expert: Deep Brain Stimulation Therapy for Parkinson’s Disease
Ask the Expert, Dr. Juan Torres Reveron shares on Deep Brain Stimulation treatment for some individuals with Parkinson's disease. The post Ask the Expert: Deep Brain Stimulation Therapy for Parkinson’s Disease appeared first on Rio Grande Guardian.
https://rgv.news/ask-the-expert-deep-brain-stimulation-therapy-for-parkinson-s-disease-17127.html
Rio Grande Valley mourns death of Pope Francis
RIO GRANDE VALLEY, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Catholic dioses of the Rio Grande Valley are mourning the loss of Pope Francis. The Vatican announced Pope Francis died early Monday morning just after Easter Sunday. On Sunday the Pope was seen...
https://rgv.news/rio-grande-valley-mourns-death-of-pope-francis-17126.html
This former Dallas bishop will lead process of selecting a new pope
Cardinal Kevin Farrell, the current Vatican camerlengo, announced the death of Pope Francis and will oversee the transition to a new pope, including the pope's burial and the organization of the papal conclave.
https://rgv.news/this-former-dallas-bishop-will-lead-process-of-selecting-a-new-pope-17125.html
Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff, dies at 88
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Francis, history's first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor but alienated conservatives with critiques of capitalism and climate change, died Monday. He was 88....
https://rgv.news/pope-francis-first-latin-american-pontiff-dies-at-88-17118.html
Pope Francis dies at 88
The Vatican announced Pope Francis has died. He ushered in reforms to the centuries-old institution.
https://rgv.news/pope-francis-dies-at-88-17116.html
Pioneer’s Thompson steals show during Day 1 of Region IV-5A/6A track championships
SAN ANTONIO 一 Sharyland Pioneer’s Derek Thompson entered his sophomore campaign in 2024 with high expectations. After a promising freshman season, which ended in a regional meet appearance, the Diamondbacks thrower was forced to watch from the sidelines last...
https://rgv.news/pioneer-s-thompson-steals-show-during-day-1-of-region-iv-5a-6a-track-championships-17095.html
Brownsville police search for missing 15-year-old girl
BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Brownsville police are looking for a teenage girl who has been missing since Thursday. Gabriela Villarreal, 15, was last seen wearing denim shorts, a lime green blouse and white Converse shoes. Police say Villarreal can...
https://rgv.news/brownsville-police-search-for-missing-15-year-old-girl-17093.html
McAllen High’s Mariachi Oro setting a gold standard with 8th state title
McAllen High’s Mariachi Oro has established itself as one of the premier mariachi programs in the state, with their recent 8th Texas Association of Mariachi Educators (TEMA) state championship serving as a testament to the winning culture that was...
https://rgv.news/mcallen-high-s-mariachi-oro-setting-a-gold-standard-with-8th-state-title-17073.html
GBIC chairman gives overview of the Greater Brownsville Tech District
A groundbreaking ceremony for the new district will take place on Wednesday, April 23. The post GBIC chairman gives overview of the Greater Brownsville Tech District appeared first on Rio Grande Guardian.
https://rgv.news/gbic-chairman-gives-overview-of-the-greater-brownsville-tech-district-17070.html
Photo Galley: UTRGV Football plays in their first spring game
The post Photo Galley: UTRGV Football plays in their first spring game appeared first on MyRGV.com.
https://rgv.news/photo-galley-utrgv-football-plays-in-their-first-spring-game-17063.html
RGV Girls Track Regional Preview: McHi, Harlingen High highlight loaded group
The Rio Grande Valley has become a constant at the state track meet over the years. Last season the RGV sent 28 individuals and four relay teams to the state championships. From that group emerged five individual state champions...
https://rgv.news/rgv-girls-track-regional-preview-mchi-harlingen-high-highlight-loaded-group-17061.html
RGV Boys Track Regional Preview: Several former state qualifiers eyeing another state bid
The Rio Grande Valley has become a constant at the state track meet over the years. Last season the RGV sent 28 individuals and four relay teams to the state championships. From that group emerged five individual state champions...
https://rgv.news/rgv-boys-track-regional-preview-several-former-state-qualifiers-eyeing-another-state-bid-17060.html
‘Constituent concerns’ reignite lawmaker’s attempt to reduce STC term lengths, taxing
State Rep. Sergio Muñoz Jr. is trying again. The post ‘Constituent concerns’ reignite lawmaker’s attempt to reduce STC term lengths, taxing appeared first on MyRGV.com.
https://rgv.news/-constituent-concerns-reignite-lawmaker-s-attempt-to-reduce-stc-term-lengths-taxing-17059.html
Latest at SpaceX with LabPadre: April 17
BOCA CHICA, Texas (ValleyCentral) — This Week at Starbase, SpaceX dials in the chopsticks at Pad B. The flame diversion system is delivered and installed at the launch complex, and the build out of Ship 35 and 37 continue...
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